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2017 and counting…

This year’s word cloud looks remarkably similar to last year’s, I must say, with ‘see’ and ‘plants’ stealing the limelight, yet again! More of you have viewed my blog this year, nearly 3500, and from a wider range of countries than ever – people from a total of 109 countries have viewed at least one post. Parasitic plants, willow trees and Himalayan rhubarb remain popular subject matter.

In a year dominated by Britain’s exit from the EU and the antics of President Donald Trump, it’s good to be reminded of the richness of our natural world and the manifold health benefits of spending time outside enjoying it. I’ll be participating in the Wildlife Trusts’ #30 Days Wild campaign again this summer and would encourage you to do the same, if you live in the UK. Tomorrow I’ll be participating in the BSBI’s New Year plant hunt and, so the cycle starts again…